RJ Barker's work can be found here (and you should go find it, it's awesome)

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If you'd like to support this show and my writing, please consider supporting my Patreon. Backers get early access to both this show and my written work, with new material every single week. For more details, check out my Patreon here:

And if you want to back My Life In Horror Volume 1, you have just a couple of days left to do so, via this link.

]]>In episode 21 of Watching Robocop with Kit Power, I am delighted to be joined by legendary fantasy author RJ Barker. RJ is simply one of my favourite human beings, and in this freewheeling, wide-ranging conversation, topis we alight upon include:

The gorgeousness of ED209

The joy of heavy-duty painkillers

The negative impact of carpets on ED209

How the gas station attendant is really all of us

ED209's family life

Squidgy head man

The ballad of ED209

And much, much more. Enjoy, and thanks as ever for listening.

RJ Barker's work can be found here (and you should go find it, it's awesome)

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you'd like to support this show and my writing, please consider supporting my Patreon. Backers get early access to both this show and my written work, with new material every single week. For more details, check out my Patreon here:

And if you want to back My Life In Horror Volume 1, you have just a couple of days left to do so, via this link.

Jack Graham's Patreon can be found here, and I Don't Speak German can be found here.

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you'd like to support this show and my writing, please consider supporting my Patreon. Backers get early access to both this show and my written work, with new material every single week. For more details, check out my Patreon here:

]]>For episode 20, I am joined by the mighty Jack Graham. In an instant classic conversation, we cover such diverse subjects as:

The liminality of the 80’s and the future

Sadism and bullying as a mode of government

As above, so below

Talking in generalities

The Alan B’stard connection to Dick Jones

Hitchcockian framing and serious filmmaking

Why the helmet?

The glory of stop-frame and ED209

Weller’s brilliance

And much, much more. Enjoy, and thanks as ever for listening.

Jack Graham's Patreon can be found here, and I Don't Speak German can be found here.

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you'd like to support this show and my writing, please consider supporting my Patreon. Backers get early access to both this show and my written work, with new material every single week. For more details, check out my Patreon here:

]]>02:05:42yescommentary,80s,robocopPodcasting legend Jack Graham joins Kit Power to watch The Greatest Movie Ever Made. Hilarity ensues.120fullKit Power, Jack GrahamWhat The Hell Is Wrong With Us? Ep. 1 - WeaveworldWhat The Hell Is Wring With Us Ep. 1 WeaveworldThu, 06 Jun 2019 05:00:00 +0000In a new, not-Robocop-related podcast, frequent guest of the show George Daniel Lea and I discuss various works that have had a significant impact on us. In this first episode, we discuss Clive Barker's Weaveworld, a childhood favourite. Expect digressions into other Barkers works, references to King, the 80's, Thatcher's Britain and Section 28, and so much more. Hope you enjoy it.

]]>In a new, not-Robocop-related podcast, frequent guest of the show George Daniel Lea and I discuss various works that have had a significant impact on us. In this first episode, we discuss Clive Barker's Weaveworld, a childhood favourite. Expect digressions into other Barkers works, references to King, the 80's, Thatcher's Britain and Section 28, and so much more. Hope you enjoy it.

]]>02:34:25yesDiscussion of Clive Barker novel Weaveworld, with two fans who enjoyed the book as a teenager.11fullKit PowerWatching The Man From Planet X with Dr. David BaumeWatching The Man From Planet X With Dr. David BaumeFri, 18 Jan 2019 05:30:00 +0000Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of Patreon backers, Watching bonus episodes return in 2019! And to kick off, Dr. David Baume returns to watch and discuss 1951's The Man From Planet X.

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you'd like more podcast episodes, once my Patreon reaches $20 a month, Robocop will be restored to a monthly schedule, with bi-monthly bonus episodes where I talk about Stephen King's IT. Backers at as little as $1 a month get weekly early access to both this show and my written work. For more details, check out my Patreon here:

]]> This time out we're joined by horror author, editor and podcaster (and, it turns out, fellow Robocop superfan) Amber Fallon! Amber knows storytelling, and brings brilliant insight, as well as some laughs. In a jam packed episode, listen out for:

Amber’s horror movie roots

Worldbuilding through advertising

The only movie to shock and disgust Amber

Ray Wise and The Devil

The many genres of Robocop

Why Arnie would have made for a bad Robocop

I don’t kick cats

McDonalds and the Great Filter

The eternal mystery of bad, yet well sculpted facial hair

Does Robocop even breathe? And could he get a contact high from cocaine?

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you'd like more podcast episodes, once my Patreon reaches $20 a month, Robocop will be restored to a monthly schedule, with bi-monthly bonus episodes where I talk about Stephen King's IT. Backers at as little as $1 a month get weekly early access to both this show and my written work. For more details, check out my Patreon here:

Slight delay in the early part of the recording, due to connectivity issues

Horror movie heroes and villains

The awesomeness of Paul Weller

World building

Riffing on ED209 as a Doberman

The endlessly shifting power dynamic

And much, much more. Enjoy, and thanks as ever for listening.

Edward Lorn's Patreon can be found here, and his YouTube channel can be found here.

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you'd like more regular Robocop episodes, once my Patreon reaches $20 a month, Robocop will be restored to a monthly schedule, with bi-monthly bonus episodes where I talk about Stephen King's IT. Backers get early access to both this show and my written work. For more details, check out my Patreon here:

Slight delay in the early part of the recording, due to connectivity issues

Horror movie heroes and villains

The awesomeness of Paul Weller

World building

Riffing on ED209 as a Doberman

The endlessly shifting power dynamic

And much, much more. Enjoy, and thanks as ever for listening.

Edward Lorn's Patreon can be found here, and his YouTube channel can be found here.

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you'd like more regular Robocop episodes, once my Patreon reaches $20 a month, Robocop will be restored to a monthly schedule, with bi-monthly bonus episodes where I talk about Stephen King's IT. Backers get early access to both this show and my written work. For more details, check out my Patreon here:

]]>01:55:57yescommentary,80s,robocopHorror writer, YouTuber, and Robocop superfan Edward Lorn sits down with Kit Power to watch The Greatest Movie Ever Made.17fullKit PowerKit and IT Episode 1 - w/George LeaKit and IT Episode 1 - with George LeaWed, 25 Apr 2018 05:00:00 +0000Welcome to my new bi-monthly show! Running alongside Watching Robocop, this show will invite creative types - authors, bloggers, podcasters, film makers, and more - to talk about Stephen King's IT, and the two cinematic adaptations of the book.

And for the debut episode, I am delighted to welcome back to the show George Lea. George is a superb horror author, blogger, cultural critic and thinker, and has previously guested on the show to watch both Robocop and Hellbound: Hellraiser II. In a free-flowing, conversational show, highlights include;

Is IT the real monster? Or would that be Derry?

Why large sections of the book are unfilmable

Issues with 2017's movie portrayal of Bev (even though the movie was good)

This podcast only exists thanks to the generosity of my Patroen backers. If you want to hear the next one (at least) 7 days ahead of release, as well as gain early access to my work on a weekly basis for as little as $1 a month, please head over to www.patreon.com/kitpower

]]>Welcome to my new bi-monthly show! Running alongside Watching Robocop, this show will invite creative types - authors, bloggers, podcasters, film makers, and more - to talk about Stephen King's IT, and the two cinematic adaptations of the book.

And for the debut episode, I am delighted to welcome back to the show George Lea. George is a superb horror author, blogger, cultural critic and thinker, and has previously guested on the show to watch both Robocop and Hellbound: Hellraiser II. In a free-flowing, conversational show, highlights include;

Is IT the real monster? Or would that be Derry?

Why large sections of the book are unfilmable

Issues with 2017's movie portrayal of Bev (even though the movie was good)

The awful humanity of King's human monsters

Nihilism and the nature of God

George's favourite Loser

And so much more. Enjoy. George's Youtube channel is here, and his blog is here.

Soundtrack courtesy of Capo Jr. (my old band).

This podcast only exists thanks to the generosity of my Patroen backers. If you want to hear the next one (at least) 7 days ahead of release, as well as gain early access to my work on a weekly basis for as little as $1 a month, please head over to www.patreon.com/kitpower

]]>02:10:10yespodcast,books,movies,it,king,stephenGeorge Lea joins Kit Power to discuss Stephen King's IT, and the two movie adaptations, in a wide ranging, free-flowing conversation.1fullKit PowerWatching Robocop with Kit Power Episode 16 - w/Laura MauroWatching Robocop with Kit Power, Ep. 16 w/Laura MauroMon, 09 Apr 2018 05:30:00 +0000In this episode of the show, I'm delighted to be joined by author Laura Mauro, rising star of the UK horror scene, as we watch together the Greatest Movie Ever Made. It's a freewheeling conversation, taking in, amongst many other things:

To stay up to date with all things Laura Mauro (which I recommend doing) follow her website, here.

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you'd like more BONUS episodes, once my Patreon reaches $20 a month, I will continue recording extra episodes on a bi-monthly basis, where I watch something other than RoboCop - specifically, where I talk about Stephen King's IT. Backers get early access to both this show and my written work. For more details, check out my Patreon here:

]]>In this episode of the show, I'm delighted to be joined by author Laura Mauro, rising star of the UK horror scene, as we watch together the Greatest Movie Ever Made. It's a freewheeling conversation, taking in, amongst many other things:

To stay up to date with all things Laura Mauro (which I recommend doing) follow her website, here.

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you'd like more BONUS episodes, once my Patreon reaches $20 a month, I will continue recording extra episodes on a bi-monthly basis, where I watch something other than RoboCop - specifically, where I talk about Stephen King's IT. Backers get early access to both this show and my written work. For more details, check out my Patreon here:

]]>01:47:44yesRising UK horror author Laura Mauro joins host Kit Power to watch the greatest movie ever made.116fullKit PowerWatching Robocop with Kit Power episode 15Watching Robocop with Kit Power and Dr. SandiferThu, 15 Mar 2018 13:00:00 +0000This time out, I am overjoyed to be joined by Doctor Sandifer of Eruditorum Press fame, who agreed to sit and watch The Greatest Movie Ever Made with me. Highlights include:

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you'd like more BONUS episodes, once my Patreon reaches $20 a month, I will continue recording extra episodes on a bi-monthly basis, where I watch something other than RoboCop - specifically, where I talk about Stephen King's IT. Backers get early access to both this show and my written work (including the uncorrected proof of my new short story collection). For more details, check out my Patreon here:

]]>This time out, I am overjoyed to be joined by Doctor Sandifer of Eruditorum Press fame, who agreed to sit and watch The Greatest Movie Ever Made with me. Highlights include:

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you'd like more BONUS episodes, once my Patreon reaches $20 a month, I will continue recording extra episodes on a bi-monthly basis, where I watch something other than RoboCop - specifically, where I talk about Stephen King's IT. Backers get early access to both this show and my written work (including the uncorrected proof of my new short story collection). For more details, check out my Patreon here:

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you'd like to hear the next episode of the show 7 days ahead of everyone else, PLUS weekly bonus and/or exclusive written content, for as little as $1 a month, please check out my Patreon here:

]]>In a special bonus episode, George Lea returns to the show, this time to watch and discuss seminal 80's horror movie (and just maybe the greatest horror sequel ever) Hellbound: Hellraiser 2! In a wide ranging and passionate discussion, listen out for:

IT - the book and film - and the storytelling of the book (including spoilers)

New Line logo, associative fear, and THAT opening

That amazing score

Fearless expansion of the mythology

“Don’t look in the box!”

Sounds of delighted disgust

Clive Barker and fairy tale logic

Open brain surgery

The brilliance of Kenneth Cranham

The horrific rebirth

Why Julia is a better villain than Frank

“Come to mother!”

‘Russellian elements”

What would Larry’s hell look like?

The way the films make the Cenobites sympathetic antagonists without compromising their monstrosity

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you'd like to hear the next episode of the show 7 days ahead of everyone else, PLUS weekly bonus and/or exclusive written content, for as little as $1 a month, please check out my Patreon here:

]]>01:59:24yespodcast,horror,commentary,clive,barkerGeorge Lea returns and we watch Hellbound: Hellraiser 2 together. What else do you need to know ?!? :)fullWatching Blakes' Seven with Kit PowerWatching Blakes' Seven with Kit PowerSun, 31 Dec 2017 06:00:00 +0000Because here's the deal; every year, my $10 backers get to request that I record a bonus episode on a subject OTHER than RoboCop, and this year, the request was to watch the first two episodes of Blakes' Seven, so I decided to put this out in December, with RoboCop returning in January.

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you'd like more BONUS episodes, once my Patreon reaches $20 a month, I will continue recording extra episodes on a bi-monthly basis, where I watch something other than RoboCop. Backers get early access to both this show and my written work, with something new arriving each week. For more details, check out my Patreon here:

]]>Because here's the deal; every year, my $10 backers get to request that I record a bonus episode on a subject OTHER than RoboCop, and this year, the request was to watch the first two episodes of Blakes' Seven, so I decided to put this out in December, with RoboCop returning in January.

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you'd like more BONUS episodes, once my Patreon reaches $20 a month, I will continue recording extra episodes on a bi-monthly basis, where I watch something other than RoboCop. Backers get early access to both this show and my written work, with something new arriving each week. For more details, check out my Patreon here:

]]>01:49:12yesBecause here's the deal; every year, my $10 backers get to request that I record a bonus episode on a subject OTHER than RoboCop, and this year, the request was to watch the first two episodes of Blakes' Seven, so I decided to put this out in December, with RoboCop returning in January.fullKit PowerWatching Robocop with Kit Power Episode 14guest; george Daniel leaMon, 04 Dec 2017 06:00:00 +0000Episode 14 of the show is a stone cold classic, featuring author, podcaster, youtuber, critic, fellow Gingernutter and friend George Daniel Lea. Together, we sit and watch the greatest movie ever made, and the conversation roams far and wide, including such delights as:

ED-209 love and the Harryhausen connection

The brutality of 80’s action movie violence

‘Big doesn’t mean unintelligent’

The problem with Marvel and superficially flawed heros

The Deus Ex connection

Twin Peaks and Deadwood

Great movie and TV villains

The intimacy of Clarence’s death

And so, so much more. Enjoy, and as ever, thanks so much for listening.

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you'd like more BONUS episodes, once my Patreon reaches $20 a month, I will continue recording extra episodes on a bi-monthly basis, where I watch something other than RoboCop. Backers get early access to both this show and my written work (including the uncorrected proof of my new short story collection). For more details, check out my Patreon here:

]]>Episode 14 of the show is a stone cold classic, featuring author, podcaster, youtuber, critic, fellow Gingernutter and friend George Daniel Lea. Together, we sit and watch the greatest movie ever made, and the conversation roams far and wide, including such delights as:

ED-209 love and the Harryhausen connection

The brutality of 80’s action movie violence

‘Big doesn’t mean unintelligent’

The problem with Marvel and superficially flawed heros

The Deus Ex connection

Twin Peaks and Deadwood

Great movie and TV villains

The intimacy of Clarence’s death

And so, so much more. Enjoy, and as ever, thanks so much for listening.

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you'd like more BONUS episodes, once my Patreon reaches $20 a month, I will continue recording extra episodes on a bi-monthly basis, where I watch something other than RoboCop. Backers get early access to both this show and my written work (including the uncorrected proof of my new short story collection). For more details, check out my Patreon here:

]]>01:52:31yesEpisode 14 of the show is a stone cold classic, featuring author, podcaster, youtuber, critic, fellow Gingernutter and friend George Daniel Lea. Together, we sit and watch the greatest movie ever made, and the conversation roams far and wide. ENjoy.14fullKit PowerWatching Robocop with Kit Power Episode 13Watching Robocop with Kit Power Ep. 13 - with Vie AbbessFri, 27 Oct 2017 04:30:00 +0000Welcome back! This month, I am joined by Vice Abbess, regular returning guest on The Psycosemantic Podcast (and wife of host Daeron Wilson), who sat and watched the greatest movie ever made for the first time in over 20 years! Join us on a voyage of rediscovery, taking in such topics as:

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work (including the uncorrected proof of my new short story collection), please see my Patreon here:

]]>Welcome back! This month, I am joined by Vice Abbess, regular returning guest on The Psycosemantic Podcast (and wife of host Daeron Wilson), who sat and watched the greatest movie ever made for the first time in over 20 years! Join us on a voyage of rediscovery, taking in such topics as:

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work (including the uncorrected proof of my new short story collection), please see my Patreon here:

]]>01:59:48yesWelcome back! This month, I am joined by Vice Abbess, regular returning guest on The Psycosemantic Podcast (and wife of host Daeron Wilson), who sat and watched the greatest movie ever made for the first time in over 20 years! Join us on a voyage of rediscovery, taking in such topics as: The joy of practical effects,the 80's backlash against the 60's, Nixon and the southern strategy, and Peter Weller's butt
And much, much more. Enjoy, and as ever, thank you for listening.13fullKit PowerWatching Robocop with Kit Power Episode 12Watching Robocop with Kit Power and Daeron WilsonMon, 25 Sep 2017 05:00:00 +0000Welcome back! This month, I am joined by host of The Psycosemantic Podcast and all round top bloke Daeron Wilson, who agreed to sit with me and watch the greatest move ever made. In a classic Watching Robocop episode, listen out for:

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work (including the uncorrected proof of my new short story collection), please see my Patreon here:

Read more at http://talkingrobocop.libsyn.com/#reKFAjZhJCwhcLHA.99

]]>Welcome back! This month, I am joined by host of The Psycosemantic Podcast and all round top bloke Daeron Wilson, who agreed to sit with me and watch the greatest move ever made. In a classic Watching Robocop episode, listen out for:

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work (including the uncorrected proof of my new short story collection), please see my Patreon here:

Read more at http://talkingrobocop.libsyn.com/#reKFAjZhJCwhcLHA.99

]]>01:56:09yescommentary,80s,robocopWelcome back! This month, I am joined by host of The Psycosemantic Podcast and all round top bloke Daeron Wilson, who agreed to sit with me and watch the greatest move ever made. In a classic Watching Robocop episode, listen out for:
Me on the scariness of Trump
Nancy Allen love
ED-209 and peaceful protest
SportsBall riots
‘Don’t think much of yours’
Random Ray Wise slander112fullKit PowerWatching Robocop WITHOUT Kit PowerWatching Robocop WITHOUT Kit PowerFri, 08 Sep 2017 05:00:00 +0000Just in case you have any lingering doubts, after the last episode, that this entire experiment is at this point entirely, gloriously out of control, I bring you the first ever episode of watching Robocop WITHOUT Kit Power, as Episode 9 guest Rich returns with person-I've-literally-never-heard-of-or-met-who-has-never-even-seen-Robocop-before Weldon and proceeds to do an entire episode of my show, without me.

Yeah. It's as surreal as it sounds.

In an episode littered with bizzare assetions and innacurate assumptions, look out for:

A completely fabricated date setting on 2030

Rich consistnatly spoiling the best bits of the movie for Weldon just before they happen

A 100% authentic reaction to Emiles' final passing

Further fevered speculation on the nature of the Clarence/Dick relationship

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work (and maybe hear my mum return for a bonus episode down the line), please see my Patreon here:

]]>Just in case you have any lingering doubts, after the last episode, that this entire experiment is at this point entirely, gloriously out of control, I bring you the first ever episode of watching Robocop WITHOUT Kit Power, as Episode 9 guest Rich returns with person-I've-literally-never-heard-of-or-met-who-has-never-even-seen-Robocop-before Weldon and proceeds to do an entire episode of my show, without me.

Yeah. It's as surreal as it sounds.

In an episode littered with bizzare assetions and innacurate assumptions, look out for:

A completely fabricated date setting on 2030

Rich consistnatly spoiling the best bits of the movie for Weldon just before they happen

A 100% authentic reaction to Emiles' final passing

Further fevered speculation on the nature of the Clarence/Dick relationship

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work (and maybe hear my mum return for a bonus episode down the line), please see my Patreon here:

]]>01:51:20yespodcast,commentary,80s,robocopJust in case you have any lingering doubts, after the last episode, that this entire experiment is at this point entirely, gloriously out of control, I bring you the first ever episode of watching Robocop WITHOUT Kit Power, as Episode 9 guest Rich returns with person-I've-literally-never-heard-of-or-met-who-has-never-even-seen-Robocop-before Weldon and proceeds to do an entire episode of my show, without me.
11fullKit PowerWatching Robocop with Kit Power Episode 11Watching Robocop with Kit Power Episode 11Mon, 28 Aug 2017 05:00:00 +0000Well, it happened. After having my dad guest on the show last month, this month I sit down with MY MUM, and watch the greatest movie ever made - for her first viewing, it transpires. And it is EPIC.

As a result of it being Mum's first time, there are a few more pauses than usual, as I give Mum a bit of space to absorb what's happening on screen, and also more narration of the action than in some previous show. But I have to say, for someone who started the weekend asking me what a podcast was, she hits her stride in considerable style. I think this will work particularly well as a commentary track, but I'm sure those of you in podcast land will also find much that brings you joy. Amongst other things, listen out for:

Mum's conviction that she's seen the staircase, if not the movie

Engagement with the eereiely predictive nature of the movies politics

Mum cracking me up beyond the point of repair on two separate occasions

The rechristening of OCP top brass as 'corporate slimeballs', I suspect for good

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work (and maybe hear my mum return for a bonus episode down the line), please see my Patreon here:

]]>Well, it happened. After having my dad guest on the show last month, this month I sit down with MY MUM, and watch the greatest movie ever made - for her first viewing, it transpires. And it is EPIC.

As a result of it being Mum's first time, there are a few more pauses than usual, as I give Mum a bit of space to absorb what's happening on screen, and also more narration of the action than in some previous show. But I have to say, for someone who started the weekend asking me what a podcast was, she hits her stride in considerable style. I think this will work particularly well as a commentary track, but I'm sure those of you in podcast land will also find much that brings you joy. Amongst other things, listen out for:

Mum's conviction that she's seen the staircase, if not the movie

Engagement with the eereiely predictive nature of the movies politics

Mum cracking me up beyond the point of repair on two separate occasions

The rechristening of OCP top brass as 'corporate slimeballs', I suspect for good

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work (and maybe hear my mum return for a bonus episode down the line), please see my Patreon here:

]]>01:42:13yesfilms,commentary,80s,robocopWatching Robocop With Kit Power Episode 11 - with very (very) special guest... Kit's Mum!!! We may never top this. :)111fullKit PowerWatching Robocop with Kit Power Episode 10Mon, 31 Jul 2017 05:00:00 +0000For episode 10, we're joined by very special guest Dr. David Baume to watch the greatest movie ever made. matters arising include;

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work, please see my Patreon here:

]]>02:23:05yesWatching Doctor WhoMon, 10 Jul 2017 05:00:00 +0000a short bonus episode in which I talk about Doctor Who episode The Lie Of The Land, and expand upon my previous attempts to make sense of this story.

The original podcast I did on this subject, with legendary Who blogger Phil Sandifer, can be found here:

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work, please see my Patreon here:

]]>a short bonus episode in which I talk about Doctor Who episode The Lie Of The Land, and expand upon my previous attempts to make sense of this story.

The original podcast I did on this subject, with legendary Who blogger Phil Sandifer, can be found here:

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work, please see my Patreon here:

]]>51:34yesdoctor,whoWatching Hail! Hail! Rock and Roll! With James MurphyThu, 08 Jun 2017 05:00:00 +0000James Murphy, guest from episode 1, returns to the show for our second episode, in which we pay tribute to the true king of rock n roll, the recently departed but ever-present Chuck Berry, via the medium of a podcast commentary track for 1987 documentary and concert movie Hail! Hail! Rock N Roll!

Two music geeks are in hog heaven on this one, so relax and enjoy an outpouring of love for a singular talent. in particular, look out for:

Me rhapsodising about Chuck on vinyl

Logo nostalgia

Kieth's dirty looks inducing hysteria in your humble hosts

Digressions on Little Richard, Bruce Springsteen, and Jerry Lee Lewis

Us not knowing guest artists

The sheer oddness of the Julian Lennon apearence

Our stated certianly that this move 'could only be made in 1980 (actual filming year 1987)

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work, please see my Patreon here:

]]>James Murphy, guest from episode 1, returns to the show for our second episode, in which we pay tribute to the true king of rock n roll, the recently departed but ever-present Chuck Berry, via the medium of a podcast commentary track for 1987 documentary and concert movie Hail! Hail! Rock N Roll!

Two music geeks are in hog heaven on this one, so relax and enjoy an outpouring of love for a singular talent. in particular, look out for:

Me rhapsodising about Chuck on vinyl

Logo nostalgia

Kieth's dirty looks inducing hysteria in your humble hosts

Digressions on Little Richard, Bruce Springsteen, and Jerry Lee Lewis

Us not knowing guest artists

The sheer oddness of the Julian Lennon apearence

Our stated certianly that this move 'could only be made in 1980 (actual filming year 1987)

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

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]]>02:20:41yesWatching Robocop with Kit Power - Episode 9Mon, 08 May 2017 05:00:00 +0000Welcome to Episode 9! It's an episode of firsts - our first somewhat anonymous guest, our first episode since episode 8, and also our first live-and-in-person recording. And what fun we had! Listen out for:

Rich taking over a movie podcast to talk about football and give podcasting advice

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work, please see my Patreon here:

]]>Welcome to Episode 9! It's an episode of firsts - our first somewhat anonymous guest, our first episode since episode 8, and also our first live-and-in-person recording. And what fun we had! Listen out for:

Rich taking over a movie podcast to talk about football and give podcasting advice

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work, please see my Patreon here:

]]>01:59:30yesWatching Robocop with Kit Power - Episode 8Thu, 23 Mar 2017 05:00:00 +0000For episode 8, I am delighted to be joined by long term friend and minister for board games Nate Brett. Nate saw Robocop under similar circumstances to me, but had not revisited the film since, for reasons passing understanding. So this is a fun filled journey through a cinematic classic! Listen out for:

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work, please see my Patreon here:

Read more at http://talkingrobocop.libsyn.com/#reKFAjZhJCwhcLHA.99

]]>For episode 8, I am delighted to be joined by long term friend and minister for board games Nate Brett. Nate saw Robocop under similar circumstances to me, but had not revisited the film since, for reasons passing understanding. So this is a fun filled journey through a cinematic classic! Listen out for:

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work, please see my Patreon here:

Read more at http://talkingrobocop.libsyn.com/#reKFAjZhJCwhcLHA.99

]]>02:00:48yesmovies,commentary,cinema,track,robocopWatching Robocop with Kit Power Episode 7Mon, 27 Feb 2017 06:00:00 +0000In episode 7 of Watching Robocop, I'm delighted to be joined by Lee Russell, of They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! podcasting fame (co-host Daniel Harper was our guest on Episode 2, and our first bonus episode on T2). Lee is a whip smart, fun, and engaged movie critic, and brings all that expertise to bare in a brilliant conversation. In particular, listen out for:

Lee's podcast can be found here. And go check it out, because it's brilliant.

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work, please see my Patreon here:

]]>In episode 7 of Watching Robocop, I'm delighted to be joined by Lee Russell, of They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! podcasting fame (co-host Daniel Harper was our guest on Episode 2, and our first bonus episode on T2). Lee is a whip smart, fun, and engaged movie critic, and brings all that expertise to bare in a brilliant conversation. In particular, listen out for:

Lee's podcast can be found here. And go check it out, because it's brilliant.

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work, please see my Patreon here:

]]>01:48:39nomovies,action,commentary,media,track,80s,conversation,robocop,criticismWatching Robocop with Kit Power Episode 6Thu, 19 Jan 2017 00:30:00 +0000For this episode of Watching Robocop with Kit Power, I’m delighted to be joined by Kayleigh Edwards, blogger, author, and playwright. Kayleigh is a brilliant writer of fiction and nonfiction, and an epic cultural critic. Enjoy a free flowing conversation that takes in:

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from themhere:

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work, please seemy Patreon here:

]]>For this episode of Watching Robocop with Kit Power, I’m delighted to be joined by Kayleigh Edwards, blogger, author, and playwright. Kayleigh is a brilliant writer of fiction and nonfiction, and an epic cultural critic. Enjoy a free flowing conversation that takes in:

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work, please see my Patreon here:

]]>01:48:04noWatching Robocop with Kit Power Episode 5Fri, 09 Dec 2016 14:25:15 +0000For this episode of Watching Robocop with Kit Power, I’m delighted to be joined by Chris Barnes of AudioRam productions. Chris Barnes is an audiobook narrator of considerable talent, with a well deserved reputation in the horror community for professionalism and skill. It’s an honour to have him sit and watch a movie with me.

Listen out for:

Chris making a killer Eastenders reference that demolishes Kit

Kit referring to his favourite movie as a ‘show’ (clearly started drinking early)

Where did spoilers came from in the 80’s?

Periods of silence as Chris and I absorb in awe the amazing action sequences

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from themhere:

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work, please seemy Patreon here:

]]>For this episode of Watching Robocop with Kit Power, I’m delighted to be joined by Chris Barnes of AudioRam productions. Chris Barnes is an audiobook narrator of considerable talent, with a well deserved reputation in the horror community for professionalism and skill. It’s an honour to have him sit and watch a movie with me.

Listen out for:

Chris making a killer Eastenders reference that demolishes Kit

Kit referring to his favourite movie as a ‘show’ (clearly started drinking early)

Where did spoilers came from in the 80’s?

Periods of silence as Chris and I absorb in awe the amazing action sequences

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work, please see my Patreon here:

]]>01:46:26yesWatching Robocop with Kit Power - Ep. 4Mon, 14 Nov 2016 06:00:00 +0000Welcome to the fourth episode of Watching Robocop with Kit Power! This month, I am delighted to be joined by Renee Pickup, a superb author, non-fiction writer, blogger and podcaster with strong opinions and excellent taste in movies. Join us, and discover:

Renee's 'not enough violence in movies' theory

Kill Bill and why you never dis Con Air

An exciting new fan theory about Clarence's nose

And SO much more. Enjoy! And as ever, thank you for your support. :)

For more of Renee's blogging and podcasting, please head on over to her webpage.

My monthly Ginger Nuts Of Horror blog ‘My Life In Horror’, which kicked off this whole thing, can be found here.

Theme tune provided with the kind permission of The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here.

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work, as well as snazzy exclusives, please see my Patreon.

]]>Welcome to the fourth episode of Watching Robocop with Kit Power! This month, I am delighted to be joined by Renee Pickup, a superb author, non-fiction writer, blogger and podcaster with strong opinions and excellent taste in movies. Join us, and discover:

Renee's 'not enough violence in movies' theory

Kill Bill and why you never dis Con Air

An exciting new fan theory about Clarence's nose

And SO much more. Enjoy! And as ever, thank you for your support. :)

For more of Renee's blogging and podcasting, please head on over to her webpage.

My monthly Ginger Nuts Of Horror blog ‘My Life In Horror’, which kicked off this whole thing, can be found here.

Theme tune provided with the kind permission of The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here.

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work, as well as snazzy exclusives, please see my Patreon.

]]>01:48:15yesmovies,action,commentary,80s,robocopWatching Terminator 2 with Daniel HarperTue, 08 Nov 2016 06:00:00 +0000Welcome to the first ever bonus episode of the podcast! Thanks to the amazing generosity of my Patreon backers, I am going to be releasing these bonus episodes on a bi-monthly basis, in which returning guests get to pick THEIR favourite movie to talk about.

In our first bonus 'cast, Daniel Harper returns to talk about his childhood love affair and obsession with Terminator 2: Judgement Day. Amongst many revelations, discover:

How there are, in fact, only two Terminator movies

Vonnegut's holy word

Kit outing himself as a human chauvinist

And much, much more. Enjoy! :)

For more of Daniel's blogging and podcasting, please head on over to his page on Eruditorum Press.

My monthly Ginger Nuts Of Horror blog ‘My Life In Horror’, which kicked off this whole thing, can be found here.

Theme tune provided with the kind permission of The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here.

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work, please see my Patreon.

]]>Welcome to the first ever bonus episode of the podcast! Thanks to the amazing generosity of my Patreon backers, I am going to be releasing these bonus episodes on a bi-monthly basis, in which returning guests get to pick THEIR favourite movie to talk about.

In our first bonus 'cast, Daniel Harper returns to talk about his childhood love affair and obsession with Terminator 2: Judgement Day. Amongst many revelations, discover:

How there are, in fact, only two Terminator movies

Vonnegut's holy word

Kit outing himself as a human chauvinist

And much, much more. Enjoy! :)

For more of Daniel's blogging and podcasting, please head on over to his page on Eruditorum Press.

My monthly Ginger Nuts Of Horror blog ‘My Life In Horror’, which kicked off this whole thing, can be found here.

Theme tune provided with the kind permission of The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here.

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work, please see my Patreon.

]]>02:41:53nomovies,commentary,80s,robocopWatching Robocop with Kit Power Ep. 3Mon, 10 Oct 2016 05:00:00 +0000Welcome to episode 3 of Watching Robocop with Kit Power! This month I am delighted to be joined by Jane Campbell, a superb podcaster and blogger, whose work on Doctor Who, Lost, and Stephen Universe is so dazzlingly brilliant that she was always a must-have guest for this show, so I was incredibly flattered that she agreed to appear. To add to the fun, she'd never seen Robocop before the week of recording. And it's the first instance of watching the Directors Cut on the show!

Revel! In her fury at trying to pass Dallas off as Detroit. Thrill! To her joyous queering of the text! Marvel! At the best toxic masculinity joke ever!

Enjoy!

For more of Jane's blogging and podcasting, please head on over to her page on Eruditorum Press.

My monthly Ginger Nuts Of Horror blog ‘My Life In Horror’, which kicked off this whole thing, can be found here.

Theme tune provided with the kind permission of The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here.

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work, please see my Patreon.

]]>Welcome to episode 3 of Watching Robocop with Kit Power! This month I am delighted to be joined by Jane Campbell, a superb podcaster and blogger, whose work on Doctor Who, Lost, and Stephen Universe is so dazzlingly brilliant that she was always a must-have guest for this show, so I was incredibly flattered that she agreed to appear. To add to the fun, she'd never seen Robocop before the week of recording. And it's the first instance of watching the Directors Cut on the show! Revel! In her fury at trying to pass Dallas off as Detroit. Thrill! To her joyous queering of the text! Marvel! At the best toxic masculinity joke ever!

Enjoy!

For more of Jane's blogging and podcasting, please head on over to her page on Eruditorum Press.

My monthly Ginger Nuts Of Horror blog ‘My Life In Horror’, which kicked off this whole thing, can be found here.

Theme tune provided with the kind permission of The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here.

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work, please see my Patreon.

]]>01:46:48noWatching Robocop with Kit Power Episode 2Thu, 01 Sep 2016 03:30:00 +0000Welcome to episode 2 of Watching Robocop with Kit Power! This time out, I am overjoyed to welcome Daniel Harper (Of Oi! Spaceman, They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Podcasts AND Eruditorum Press fame) to the show. Enjoy us riffing on movie cops Vs. real cops, me on the myth of prevention, and Daniel on Black Lives Matters and what Robocopdoesn’thave to say about real life police brutality. Oh, and two white male progressives talking about race, which, you know, doesn't get awkward at all. Enjoy!!!

Oi! Spaceman (a Doctor Who love story) podcast ishere.They Must Be Destroyed on site movie podcast ishere.My guest appearances on both shows can be foundhereandhere. And Daniel and Shana’s blog work (along with a bunch of other great writing) can be found on the Eruditorum Press websitehere.

My monthly Ginger Nuts Of Horror blog ‘My Life In Horror’, which kicked off this whole thing, can be foundhere.

Theme tune provided with the kind permission of The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from themhere.

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work, please seemy Patreon.

]]>Welcome to episode 2 of Watching Robocop with Kit Power! This time out, I am overjoyed to welcome Daniel Harper (Of Oi! Spaceman, They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Podcasts AND Eruditorum Press fame) to the show. Enjoy us riffing on movie cops Vs. real cops, me on the myth of prevention, and Daniel on Black Lives Matters and what Robocop doesn’t have to say about real life police brutality. Oh, and two white male progressives talking about race, which, you know, doesn't get awkward at all. Enjoy!!!

Oi! Spaceman (a Doctor Who love story) podcast is here. They Must Be Destroyed on site movie podcast is here. My guest appearances on both shows can be found here and here. And Daniel and Shana’s blog work (along with a bunch of other great writing) can be found on the Eruditorum Press website here.

My monthly Ginger Nuts Of Horror blog ‘My Life In Horror’, which kicked off this whole thing, can be found here.

Theme tune provided with the kind permission of The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here.

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work, please see my Patreon.

]]>01:55:06yesfullWatching Robocop with Kit PowerFri, 29 Jul 2016 11:47:34 +0000For the debut episode of my podcast, I'm delighted to welcome James Murphy of Pex Lives and City of the Dead fame! Be Amazed! as we talk about the sad demise of stop frame animation and superb foley work! Thrill! to the sound of opening beer cans and subsequent descent into giggling incoherence on the part of your host! Marvel! at James’ patience as I allow my enthusiasm for this movie to override his attempt to speak again and again!

Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:

If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to contribute financially to the monthly production costs, in exchange for early access to both this show and my written work, please see my Patreon here:

]]>For the debut episode of my podcast, I'm delighted to welcome James Murphy of Pex Lives and City of the Dead fame! Be Amazed! as we talk about the sad demise of stop frame animation and superb foley work! Thrill! to the sound of opening beer cans and subsequent descent into giggling incoherence on the part of your host! Marvel! at James’ patience as I allow my enthusiasm for this movie to override his attempt to speak again and again!